Overview
Embark on an intellectual odyssey with the University of Tours's Humanities and Languages Doctoral Program. Explore the nuances of humanities and languages through our carefully curated program led by distinguished faculty members. At the University of Tours, we take pride in fostering an enriching academic environment that encourages creativity and critical thinking, ensuring our students emerge as adept researchers ready to shape the cultural and linguistic landscapes of the future.
Key Features
- Interdisciplinary Exploration: Our program encourages interdisciplinary research, providing a holistic understanding of the interconnectedness of humanities and languages.
- Cultural Diversity: Embrace a curriculum that celebrates cultural diversity, fostering an inclusive and global perspective in research and scholarship.
- Renowned Faculty: Learn from accomplished professors and researchers who are experts in their respective fields, offering mentorship and guidance.
- Research Opportunities: Engage in meaningful research projects, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in humanities and languages.
- Collaborative Community: Establish connections with professionals, scholars, and artists through seminars, conferences, and collaborative initiatives.
Programme Structure
Modules include:
- Linguistics and Language Acquisition
- Cultural Studies
- Comparative Literature
- Translation Studies
- Philosophy of Language
- History of Ideas
- Interdisciplinary Approaches to Humanities
- Research Methods in Language Studies
- Thesis Research and Dissertation Writing
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
Language
Delivered
Disciplines
Language Studies View 3 other PhDs in Language Studies in FranceAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Research project drawn up by the doctoral student and signed by the thesis director;
- Copy of the national master's degree or another degree conferring the grade of master from one of the countries of the European Union recognized as equivalent;
- Signed return of the thesis charter and the training agreement
- Letter signed by the thesis director establishing the doctoral student's aptitude for research. Additional training, particularly in research methodology, may be requested of students who have not written a Master 2 research dissertation by the dissertation director prior to the candidate's enrollment in the doctoral program
- Completed studies of an equivalent level or who have benefited from the validation of acquired experience provided for in article L. 613-5 of the Education Code, are invited to apply for enrolment in a doctoral program by derogation.
Tuition Fee
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International
380 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 380 EUR per year during 36 months. -
EU/EEA
380 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 380 EUR per year during 36 months.
Living costs for Tours
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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